Peutz-Jeghers syndrome
Alternate Names : PJS
Symptoms & Signs
- Brownish or bluish-gray pigmented spots on the lips, gums, inner lining of the mouth, and skin
- Clubbed fingers or toes
- Cramping pain in the belly area
- Dark freckles on and around the lips of a newborn
- Blood in the stool that can be seen with the naked eye (occasionally)
- Vomiting
Diagnosis & Tests
The polyps develop mainly in the small intestine, but also in the colon. A colonoscopy will show colon polyps. The small intestine is evaluated with either a barium x-ray (small bowel series) or a small camera that is swallowed and then take multiple pictures as it travels through the small bowel (capsule endoscopy). Additional exams may show: Laboratory tests may include:
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